IIoT is all about communication, and the latest machine controllers are at the heart of this new extended infrastructure. Machine controllers were part of the operational technology (OT), but this is changing. Now, the…
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Where Schneider Electric leads, will others follow?
Most end users rely on more than one automation supplier to build a solution and the need for cost-effective interoperability and integration is strong. Obstacles like the lack of openness of hardware technologies and…
Analytics Software Achieves Unprecedented Productivity
IIoT benefits like faster time to market, optimising workforce knowledge, increasing productivity, lowering downtime and analytics software have taken time to become practical solutions that benefit OEMs. According to Schneider Electric, EcoStruxure Machine…
Surge Protection for Amendment 2 of the 18th Edition
Published on 28 March, Amendment 2 (2022) of the IET Wiring Regulations came into effect immediately. It contains both changes and new requirements. One of the key updates is to Chapter 44 – Protection…
Radar Sensors: Why are we seeing more in Automation?
Most of us are familiar with passive infrared (PIR) detectors for sensing movement. Popular uses include security applications and controlling lighting in commercial premises to conserve energy. But radar sensors [also known as microwave,…
Biomass Automation Doubles Returns for Roana Farm
Maximising the use of agricultural by-products reduces waste and improves sustainability. Other advantages include reducing a businesses environmental impact and maximising an important profit opportunity. Thus, farm Roana invested in a biomass automation plant…
How to Remove the Burden of a Legacy PLC System
However good your legacy PLC system, there comes a time when it is no longer fit for purpose. Improvements become more difficult to make, reliability declines and spares are either expensive or no longer…
Save Motor Running Costs & Understanding How to Forever
Electronic variable speed drives (VSDs) – also known as inverter drives – find uses throughout building, industrial and process applications. The main reasons for their popularity are to save motor running costs or to…
Are you using the Correct VSD Cable for the Job?
Variable speed inverter drives (VSDs) have grown in popularity as they offer many advantages to the installer and also the user. According to the Lapp Group, in some applications, the correct VSD…
Making Energy Savings: UK Emission Goals depend on SMEs
Global climate change has meant that ‘once in a lifetime’ weather events are becoming regular occurrences. It is why more UK and international companies are committing to carbon-neutral goals and zero carbon emissions across…
Ensuring Sustainability & Critical Engineering Decisions
It is easy to assume that ensuring sustainability is someone else’s responsibility, or that our engineering decisions are too small to affect the bigger picture. That is not the case: there are constant daily…
How do XIOT Cloud Connected Sensors work?
One of the unusual features of Telemecanique Sensors self-powered XIOT cloud connected sensors is they work outside of buildings. Indoor wireless sensor applications are not new, but now users can use them outdoors with…
